Safer Pedestrian Crossings and Intersection set for Hamilton Published on 19 December 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council advises residents works on eight pedestrian crossings in Hamilton will begin in early 2026 after the contract was awarded to Aviyanta Projects Pty Ltd at the December Council meeting. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Finalises Cavendish and Coleraine Structure Plans Published on 16 December 2025 Structure Plans for Cavendish and Coleraine were adopted at last night’s Council meeting, marking a milestone in long-term planning for these two towns. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Adopts New Domestic Animal Management Plan Published on 12 December 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council has adopted its Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 2026–2029, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the wellbeing of pets while ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for the whole community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council launches Youth Charter and Updated Youth Policy Published on 11 December 2025 Following the 10 December Council meeting, Southern Grampians Shire Council has launched a new Youth Charter and updated Youth Policy. These will aim to reinforce Councils commitment to giving young people a strong voice in shaping the social, cultural, economic, and recreational life of the Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases
CBD Revitalisation Project to Proceed with Removal of Plane Trees Published on 11 December 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council will progress the CBD Streetscape Revitalisation Project following consultation and support from the Project Advisory Group to not retain any of the London Plane Trees in Gray Street. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Relief on ESVF Extended Published on 08 December 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council welcomes last week’s State Budget update confirming a two‑year rate freeze for primary producers under the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF). This freeze offers timely relief for local farmers navigating cost pressures and uncertainty across the sector. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Round Two Community Partnership Grants Set to Open Early 2026 Published on 08 December 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is pleased to announce Round Two of the 2025/26 Community Partnership Grants Program will open on Monday 12 January 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Ring in 2026 with a Spectacular Fireworks Display at Lake Hamilton Published on 08 December 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Council is gearing up to light up the sky once again this New Year’s Eve, with the fireworks display returning to Lake Hamilton. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Dunkeld Volunteers Take Home State Honours Published on 05 December 2025 Dunkeld has solidified its place as one of the top destinations in the state this summer. Southern Grampians Shire Council is proud to announce the Dunkeld and Grampians Visitor Information Centre volunteer team has been awarded a Highly Commended in the “Outstanding Contribution by Volunteers” category at the 2025 Victorian Tourism Awards. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Make a Real Difference in 2026: Become an L2P Volunteer Mentor Published on 05 December 2025 Volunteering runs deep in the Southern Grampians Shire, where people give their time and energy at rates higher than state or national averages. Looking out for one another has long been part of the character of this region. Tagged as: , Media Releases